Piatto Misto* Recipe
A mixed selection of house-made cheeses, cured meat, accompaniments, house-made focaccia
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Ingredients
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Cheeses
Cured Meats
Accompaniments
Focaccia
Method
Cheese Preparation
- 1
Prepare Ricotta
Place Ricotta cheese in a bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- 2
Cut Gorgonzola & Parmesan
Slice Gorgonzola and Parmesan cheeses into bite-sized pieces and arrange them on a cheese board.
Cured Meats Preparation
- 3
Slice Cured Meats
Thinly slice the Prosciutto, Salami, and Capicola. Arrange them on the cheese board around the cheeses.
Accompaniments Preparation
- 4
Prepare Accompaniments
In small bowls, serve the mixed olives, marinated artichokes, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle honey and balsamic glaze over the accompaniments.
Focaccia Preparation
- 5
Make Focaccia
In a bowl, mix warm water and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil. Add the yeast mixture and knead until smooth, about 10 minutes.
- 7
Let it Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 8
Shape and Top
After rising, spread the dough onto a baking sheet. Dimple the surface with your fingers, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle fresh rosemary on top.
- 9
Bake
Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F) and bake the focaccia for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Assembly
- 10
Serve
Once the focaccia is cooled, cut it into squares. Serve the cheeses, cured meats, accompaniments, and focaccia on a large platter. Enjoy!
